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Ed Morse Automotive Group’s 29th Golf Tournament Raises a Record $430K for the Muscular Dystrophy Association

Delray Beach, FL- May 10, 2023— The Ed Morse Automotive Group just held its 29th Ed Morse MDA Golf Classic and raised a record amount of over $436K for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. That brings the amount raised from this tournament in its 29-year history to over $3.9 million.

Interesting facts:
• This year’s record amount raised ($436,912) exceeded the previous record of $424,356 in 2022.
• In total, this tournament has raised $3,957,351 for the MDA in its 29 years.
• The tournament took sixteen years to raise the first $1 million. It took a total of twenty-three years to get over the $2 million mark. Now this tournament has raised over $1.8 million in the past six years.
• This year’s tournament was held on two stunning courses at PGA National.
• Following the golf was a cocktail reception, silent auction, lunch, mission drive, awards ceremony, and live auction.

“We are incredibly honored by the outpouring of support by our sponsors and players in making our 29th golf tournament for MDA a record-breaking success. It’s a company tradition to rally around the Muscular Dystrophy Association and its mission of research, care, and advocacy for over 300,000 children and adults living in the United States with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and over 40 neuromuscular diseases,” said Teddy Morse, Chairman and CEO of Ed Morse Automotive Group.

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Ed Morse Automotive Group Acquires Mercedes-Benz Dealership in Billings, Montana

Delray Beach, FL- July 8, 2026 —The Ed Morse Automotive Group announced today it has acquired Mercedes-Benz of Billings located at 3045 King Avenue West in Billings, Montana from DMN Auto Holdings.  The seller was represented by Mike McMeeken from the Tim Lamb Group.  This luxury dealership will be the first in Montana for the Ed Morse Automotive Group and will increase the company’s total to 61 dealerships across the country and team member total to over 2,800. “Montana is one of the great states in our country and our leadership team has searched for years for the right deal to expand there.  When we got the chance to acquire an iconic brand like Mercedes-Benz in a vibrant city like Billings, we jumped at the opportunity to be part this community and add it to our portfolio.  This dealership is not only well-managed and respected in the region but has an impressive staff that we are excited to   join our family,” said Teddy Morse, Chairman and CEO of Ed Morse Automotive Group. Morse added, “And special thanks to Mike McMeeken and his Tim Lamb Group team for bringing us this opportunity.  Our group really enjoyed working with them and closing this deal.” Mercedes-Benz of Billings will be Ed Morse Automotive Group’s seventh luxury dealership and its third luxury brand joining Porsche and Cadillac.  This highly rated, community focused luxury dealership is only one of only two authorized Mercedes-Benz hubs in the state of Montana. It balances a high-end luxury vehicle boutique atmosphere with the practical, rugged automotive needs of Big Sky Country. About Ed Morse Automotive Group The Morse family has been in the automotive business since 1946 when Ed Morse founded Morse Motors.  Almost 80 years later, Ed’s grandson, Chairman/CEO Teddy Morse continues to build on the legacy and family tradition.  Headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida with dealerships and related businesses in Florida, Arizona, Texas, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Colorado, Montana, and Oklahoma, Ed Morse Automotive Group is one of the nation’s fastest growing and most respected automotive and motorcycle dealer groups. www.edmorse.com

Ed Morse Auto Group Officially Acquires Seven Dealerships from Lawley Automotive Group in Sierra Vista, Arizona

Delray Beach, FL- August 26, 2024—The Ed Morse Automotive Group announced today it has acquired seven dealerships from Lawley Automotive Group in Sierra Vista, Arizona. The Dave Cantin Group brokered the transaction. The new dealerships will be: • Ed Morse Ford formerly Lawley’s Team Ford at 100 N. Highway 90, Sierra Vista • Ed Morse Kia formerly Lawley Kia at 100 N Highway 90, Sierra Vista • Ed Morse Nissan formerly Lawley Nissan at 2960 E. Fry Blvd, Sierra Vista • Ed Morse Chevrolet GMC formerly Lawley Chevrolet GMC at 2900 E. Fry Blvd SE, Sierra Vista • Ed Morse Hyundai formerly Lawley Hyundai at 2800 E. Fry Blvd, Sierra Vista • Ed Morse Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM formerly Lawley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram at 1901 S. Highway 92, Sierra Vista • Ed Morse Honda formerly Lawley Honda at 3200 E. Fry Blvd, Sierra Vista These will be Ed Morse Automotive Group’s first stores in Arizona and the acquisitions will increase the company’s total to 56 dealerships across the country. With the 250 new personnel joining the family, Ed Morse Automotive can proudly announce that its employee total is over 2,750. “The Arizona market has always been a target for our company as we continue to expand across the county. Sierra Vista represents the ideal location, and these dealerships are the perfect fit, as they are established, family-owned, well-respected, and well-run organizations. We plan to hit the ground running with great deals and outstanding customer service while supporting the local community,” said Teddy Morse, Chairman and CEO of Ed Morse Automotive Group. About Ed Morse Automotive Group The Morse family has been in the automotive business since 1946 when Ed Morse founded Morse Motors. Over 75 years later, Ed’s grandson, Chairman/CEO Teddy Morse continues to build on the legacy and family tradition. Headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida with dealerships and related businesses in Florida, Arizona, Texas, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Colorado and Oklahoma, Ed Morse Automotive Group is one of the nation’s fastest growing and most respected automotive and motorcycle dealer groups. www.edmorse.com

Ed Morse Automotive Group Acquires Chevrolet Dealership in California, Missouri

Delray Beach, FL- April 18, 2023 — The Ed Morse Automotive Group announced today that it has acquired Putnam Chevrolet in California, Missouri. The new name of the dealership will be Ed Morse Chevrolet. This will be the sixth dealership for Ed Morse in Missouri, joining locations in Rolla, Lebanon, and Saint Robert. Ed Morse Automotive Group purchased the dealership from Bill Campbell, who has overseen the legendary dealership in Moniteau County for years. Putman Chevrolet has been in business for 100 years, making it one of the oldest dealerships operating in the state of Missouri. “When our family-owned automotive group looks to expand, we focus on acquiring dealerships that are established, trusted, and family-owned. Mr. Campbell and his team exemplify these qualities. We are also excited to expand further into the incredible state of Missouri, where we’ve experienced tremendous success. The city of California has impressed us immediately and we look forward to being part of the community,” said Teddy Morse, Chairman and CEO of Ed Morse Automotive Group. “We pride ourselves on not only delivering on our promises to support the community but thrilled to work with the employees there to continue to make this dealership a world-class destination,” added Morse. The Ed Morse Automotive Group is headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida, and has been family-owned for over 75 years. This acquisition will add 25 employees to its over 2,000-plus employee base, growing their locations to 37 dealerships, 77 franchises and 25 automotive and motorcycle brands. About Ed Morse Automotive Group The Morse family has been in the automotive business since 1946 when Ed Morse founded Morse Motors. Over 75 years later, Ed’s grandson, Chairman/CEO Teddy Morse continues to build on the legacy and family tradition. Headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida and with acquisitions into Texas, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois and Oklahoma, Ed Morse Automotive Group is considered to be one of the nation’s fastest growing and most respected automotive and motorcycle dealer groups. www.edmorse.com